This historic building provides a powerful glimpse into the lives of Japanese Americans forced to relocate during World War II.

A walk through the historic city center, under the streets of Seattle.

The interior of the Overlook Hotel in "The Shining" was based on this Yosemite original.

The unbelievably opulent home built for an infamous newspaperman.

A century-old hotspot for jazz, frequented by everyone from Charlie Chaplin to Al Capone.

During the Industrial Revolution this “Temple of Invention” was full of intricate miniature machines and gadgets.

The gravestone of the suffragist leader attracted extra visitors during the 2016 election.

A bit of retro transportation flair preserved in the world's largest department store.

This historic hotel invented the chocolate brownie.

The water-powered carriages are long gone, but for over a century this funicular railway has been the fastest route to the highest point in Paris.

A 18th century graveyard and its astonishing cortege of macabre iconography.

A high school astronomy enthusiast designed this model of our solar system to be traversed on foot.

This blowhole is supposedly caused by a trapped monster.

Originally envisioned by King Ludwig II to rival Versailles, Herrenchiemsee's "New Palace" remains half-gilded for lack of funds.

This incredible collection of vintage pinball machines can be played at 25 cents a pop.

Historic marionette theater features thousands of handmade puppets and free cups of ice cream.

The private clubhouse for the members of the Academy of Magical Arts.

A small metropolis of Pueblo cave dwellings have been carved right into the hillside of this national monument.

A heroic pigeon that, through a barrage of gunfire, delivered a message that saved over 100 lives in World War I.

The most decorated dog of World War I is preserved in the Smithsonian.

1,001 carved statues of the Buddhist God of Mercy, each with a unique face.

This little replica of Lady Liberty provides a bit of NYC in a Japanese city.

Launchpad for the US military’s dead mouse operation to battle millions of snakes.

Take shelter from Hawai'i's tropical heat under the massive canopy of largest Banyan tree on the island.